Thirsk
Trail Running Calendar near Thirsk 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Thirsk for 2026-2027! We've gathered 97 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Trail races of 13.2, 20.5 and 34.0 miles around Otley and Ilkley featuring notable hilltop views, mandatory kit requirements and checkpoint support.
A 20 km fell race in the North York Moors with 500 m ascent, based at Levisham Village Hall on 15 November 2026; day-entry is available and minimum age is 18.
Charity 5K at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park on 22 November 2026, a two lap undulating trail run raising funds for Zoe's Place and NeoAngels.
A 24 hour, about 51 mile route from Marsden to Ilkley visiting six Stanza Stones across the South Pennines, with checkpoints, medical support and a finisher memento.
An off road obstacle race for dogs and owners at Aske Estate near Richmond, offering 5 km and 10 km courses with many marked obstacles and tie up points.
December 2026
Guisborough Moors is a 12.5 mile 20.1 km fell race on 6 December from Guisborough Sea Cadets Hall with about 792 m ascent and entry on the day.
Trail event near Otley on 12 December 2026 with 12, 19 and 32 mile routes, trackers, three checkpoints, finish medals and on-course refreshments.
A festive, multi-terrain race of about 7 miles near Loftus on 20 December 2026 with chip timing, a finisher T-shirt, and limited entries.
A hilly, multi-terrain 7 mile Boxing Day race around Otley Chevin from Guiseley with chip timing and a choice of a technical shirt or tree planting for finishers.
Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race refreshme..
A multi-terrain 10 km race through Studley parkland and woods in Ripon on 28 December 2026, with limited entries, prize categories and a local charity collection.
A Christmas Shakeout run by DalesRunner in the Northern Yorkshire Dales on 29th December, presented as a marked trail event within their events programme.
January 2027
Trail races at Harewood House, Leeds offering 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon across the estate, canicross friendly, chip timing and a £5 parking charge.
An 8.3 km senior fell race in the North York Moors with 220 m climb, entry on the day and team competition options.
A 5 mile night trail race in Dalby Forest on mostly unused single track paths, with a 16 plus age limit and a £19 entry fee.
February 2027
A single lap 23 mile trail across Rombalds Moor, Ilkley Moor and Otley Chevin, starting and finishing in Guiseley with checkpoints and finish refreshments.
Trail marathon, half and 10k at Saltburn-by-the-Sea with self-navigation, mandatory kit requirements and a 330 runner limit.